Director of Operations

T-mapp Jobs • Palm Beach, FL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is a specialized architectural metals company focused on the design, fabrication, and installation of custom aluminum, glass, and metal systems for residential, multifamily, commercial, and specialty construction projects across the United States. We are currently seeking an Director of Operations to lead the company's end-to-end project execution, connecting design and engineering with fabrication and installation. This is a strategic, hands-on role responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards. The ideal candidate combines strong operational leadership with practical experience in specialty construction, metal fabrication, or related industries, and is comfortable working closely with both field teams and senior project stakeholders.

Requirements

• 8–14 years of experience in operations or project leadership within architectural metals, specialty construction, metal fabrication, or comparable industries.
• At least 5 years leading project managers, foremen, fabrication teams, installers, or subcontractors.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects and teams simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, resource planning, RFIs, submittments, shop drawings, change orders, quality control, and closeout.
• Experience working with engineers, General Contractors, Superintendents, and field teams.
• A solid understanding of how design, fabrication, materials, and field conditions impact cost, schedule, and quality.
• A proven track record of improving productivity, processes, and operational discipline.
• A hands-on leadership style and willingness to spend significant time in both the shop and the field.
• English required; Spanish strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• South Florida construction experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from design and engineering through fabrication, painting, installation, and closeout.
• Set operational priorities and coordinate Project Managers, engineers, foremen, shop teams, and installation crews.
• Develop schedules, manpower plans, and production priorities across active projects.
• Monitor progress, quality, productivity, and key milestones, both in the fabrication facility and in the field.
• Work directly with General Contractors, Superintendents, engineers, and other stakeholders to address project requirements and maintain strong relationships.
• Anticipate and resolve issues involving design, materials, fabrication, scheduling, or field conditions before they impact delivery.
• Manage RFIs, submittments, approvals, change orders, and other requirements that may affect execution.
• Establish clear accountability across operational teams and drive continuous improvement in productivity, coordination, and quality.
• Support the development of scalable processes that strengthen the company's operational capacity as it grows.

Benefits

• At-will employment contract
• Competitive salary according to experience and seniority.
• Performance-based bonus, subject to company performance.
• Long-Term Incentive Plan, based on experience and seniority.
• The opportunity to take a key leadership role in a growing architectural metals company in South Florida.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed